Alumni Spotlight: Alibek Ismankulov, Business Administration'09
February 13, 2015
ALIBEK ISMANKULOV
President of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Alumni Council; Assistant Professor at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ; CEO atÌý"OptiCo Group" Ltd.; CEO at "SVG" Ltd.; CFO at "Eye Microsurgery Hospital"
Why have you decided to join ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Alumni Council? Ìý
-I believe in giving back - to people who helped raise you, to society, to you alma mater. Active participation in the work of Alumni Office of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ is my chance to give back to the institution where I have spent four happy years. Also, this way I can ensure that my kids will have a good university to go to in future.
What motivates you in your life both personal and professional?Ìý
-My motivation in personal and professional life is overcoming challenging opportunities and making the world a little bit better by putting my skills and talents to the best use of the society. I also love meeting new people and making friends.
As a member of the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Alumni Council, how do you see the role of alumni in supporting ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ?
-Alumni are the most important part of the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ legacy to the society - honest and active professionals who will change the future of Kyrgyzstan to the better. Alumni Council is a team of active alumni who help bring other alumni together, participate in university life, and have a chance to give back.
What role did ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ play in your life?
-ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ was a turning point in my life. There I have met my friends, gained mentors and great teachers, and learned a lot. It has also helped me to grow as a person.
What would you say to the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ alumni if you were to address them in a speech?
-Don't forget your alma mater. Remember where you have spent four happy years, met your friends, and became a person. Actively participate and give back to your university!
